Khayar - Bandipora
Khayar is a village situated in the Bandipora tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from Bandipore and around 4 km from Bandipore. Khayar village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khayar is 002740. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.7 hectares and falls under the 193502 pincode. Bandipora is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Khayar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bandipora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khayar
According to the 2011 Census, Khayar village had a total population of 1,630 people, including 853 males and 777 females, living in 284 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.47%, with male literacy at 81.85% and female literacy at 60.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,630 | 853 | 777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 98 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,032 | 618 | 414 |
| Illiterate Population | 598 | 235 | 363 |
Nearby Villages of Khayar
Khayar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khayar
Khayar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bandipora to Khayar is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bandipore to Khayar is about 4 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khayar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khayar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khayar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khayar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khayar
Where is Khayar located?
Khayar village is located in Bandipora Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Khayar?
Khayar is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khayar?
The pincode of Khayar is 193502.
What is the population of Khayar?
Khayar had a total population of 1,630, including 853 males and 777 females.
How many households are there in Khayar?
Khayar had 284 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khayar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khayar was 71.47%. Male literacy was 81.85% and female literacy was 60.09%.